Question
When a cell divides to grow into two new cells, the double helix splits into two single strands of chromosomes, each of which can then replicate a mirror image of itself. This process, called mitosis, happens every time a cell divides, except for sex cells preparing for sexual reproduction. The result is two new cells, each with a double helix of DNA strands identical to that of the original cell.
Though rare, sometimes an error occurs in this process, resulting in a mutation. Radiation or the appearance of other chemicals can increase their frequency. Sometimes an extra base is inserted, substituted, deleted or damaged. Usually these mistakes repair themselves, but sometimes they remain and, as a result, can create a change in the coding for a specific trait. If the new trait helps the organism survive, it may be duplicated and passed on to offspring, which, in time, may lead to an evolution in the organism.
According to the passage, as a result of a mutation, an organism
A
will most likely die.
B
will receive chemical radiation.
C
may evolve for better survival.
D
may be duplicated.
Though rare, sometimes an error occurs in this process, resulting in a mutation. Radiation or the appearance of other chemicals can increase their frequency. Sometimes an extra base is inserted, substituted, deleted or damaged. Usually these mistakes repair themselves, but sometimes they remain and, as a result, can create a change in the coding for a specific trait. If the new trait helps the organism survive, it may be duplicated and passed on to offspring, which, in time, may lead to an evolution in the organism.
According to the passage, as a result of a mutation, an organism
A
will most likely die.
B
will receive chemical radiation.
C
may evolve for better survival.
D
may be duplicated.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is:
C
may evolve for better survival.
The passage states that if a mutation results in a new trait that helps the organism survive, that trait may be passed on to offspring, potentially leading to evolution in the organism.
C
may evolve for better survival.
The passage states that if a mutation results in a new trait that helps the organism survive, that trait may be passed on to offspring, potentially leading to evolution in the organism.